Vet Assistant: Compassionate Animal Care & Clinic Support

Vetpracticepartners; Sioux Falls (SD); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision coverage

Retirement plan

Pet discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Best Care Pet Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to support our veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering high-quality animal care. You will assist during exams and surgeries, restrain animals safely, and help with lab tests while communicating clearly with pet owners.

We offer comprehensive benefits, PTO, and a pet discount, with a schedule Monday–Friday 7:30–5:30 and rotating Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Medication administration

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Best Care Pet Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to support our veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering high-quality animal care. You will assist during exams and surgeries, restrain animals safely, and help with lab tests while communicating clearly with pet owners.

We offer comprehensive benefits, PTO, and a pet discount, with a schedule Monday–Friday 7:30–5:30 and rotating Saturdays.